Morning Jolt: WWE wrestler Darren Young says he’s gay

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Aug 16, 2013 at 11:21 AMAug 16, 2013 at 3:07 PM

WWE wrestler Darren Young came out as gay during a TMZ interview, becoming the first WWE wrestler ever to do so. The TMZ reporter asked Young if a gay wrestler could succeed in the WWE, and Young responded, "Absolutely. Look at me. I'm a WWE superstar, and to be honest with you, I'll tell you right now — I'm gay. And I'm happy. I'm very happy." Young’s announcement comes months after Jason Collins became the first openly gay NBA player.

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WWE wrestler Darren Young came out as gay during a TMZ interview, becoming the first WWE wrestler ever to do so. The TMZ reporter asked Young if a gay wrestler could succeed in the WWE, and Young responded, "Absolutely. Look at me. I'm a WWE superstar, and to be honest with you, I'll tell you right now — I'm gay. And I'm happy. I'm very happy." Young’s announcement comes months after Jason Collins became the first openly gay NBA player.

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